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The Bones of Winter

1/25/13

woods behind my house

We've had three light snowfalls here with the fourth one coming today. But the real story is the bitter cold that has enveloped the mid-Atlantic region the last several days. It has been in the teens at night and the 20's during the day, but the wind chills have made it feel like it is in the single digits. I know in the northeast it is even colder.

The bare trees without their leafy disguise are showing their bones. I took these photos of the trees around the rental house we are still in. Several crises have developed during the renovation of the house we bought which pushed our move forward three weeks. But we are finally moving in one week. Can't wait.

oak tree

kwanzan cherry tree

magnolia tree with bird

magnolia tree close up

sunset on the woods

Even though winter is my least favorite season, I am able to find beauty if I look.

About Me

I have been an amateur gardener for many years. I originally started with vegetable gardening, but moved on to include flower gardening when I realized that flowers bring an abundance of beauty and joy into my life. I have gardened in Illinois, Calfornia, Arizona, and Virginia. I love tracking the nuances of weather and seasons. I am a retired editor, writer, and information specialist for children with disabilities.